persecution

• religious persecution is hostility, ill-treatment or discrimination because of a persons religion
• it is estimated that 80% of all acts of religious discrimination today is aimed at christians
• persecution might have a positive effect - it strengthens faith and allows them to share in the suffering of jesus
• the church believe its important to act against persecution by supporting christians
• 'do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good'
• christians have smuggled bibles into countries for persecuted christaisns
• open doors is a christian charity which supports persecuted christians